Kerry Washington Named Ambassador of 31st American Black Film Festival
Kerry Washington will serve as ambassador of the 31st ABFF, set for May 20-23, 2027, in Los Angeles as the festival moves from Miami.
Kerry Washington has been named ambassador of the 31st annual American Black Film Festival, organizers announced. The festival is set to take place May 20-23, 2027, in Los Angeles.
As ambassador, Washington will support ABFF's mission to champion storytellers, expand career pathways for emerging talent and foster a creative community across film and television.
The 2027 edition marks a significant shift for the festival, which is moving from Miami to Los Angeles. ABFF was founded in 1997 by Jeff Friday, and for the past 30 years the annual event has been held in Miami.
Washington is no stranger to the festival. In 2024, she appeared at ABFF for the season two world premiere of Hulu's Unprisoned, in which she starred and served as executive producer.
She joins a distinguished list of previous ABFF ambassadors that includes Regina King, Halle Berry, Tracee Ellis Ross, Idris Elba, Regina Hall, Taraji P. Henson and Earvin "Magic" Johnson, according to hollywoodreporter.com.
Quick answers
When and where is the 31st American Black Film Festival?
The 31st ABFF is set to take place May 20-23, 2027, in Los Angeles.
What will Kerry Washington do as ABFF ambassador?
She will support ABFF's mission to champion storytellers, expand career pathways for emerging talent and foster a creative community across film and television.
Has Kerry Washington attended ABFF before?
Yes. In 2024, she appeared at ABFF for the season two world premiere of Hulu's Unprisoned, in which she starred and served as executive producer.